Aluminium in Construction

Aluminium is a product with unique properties, making it a natural partner for the building industry.Thanks to its strength, durability, corrosion resistance and recyclability, it has become an essential product for the building industry and over the past 50 years its use in building applications has shown continuous and consistent growth.

Aluminium extrusions are commonly used for window frames and other glazed structures rangingfrom shop fronts to large roof superstructures for shopping centres and stadiums; for roofing, siding,and curtain walling, as well as for cast door handles, catches for windows, staircases, heating and airconditioning systems. Most recently; aluminium has played a significant role in the renovation of historicbuildings. The characteristics and properties of aluminium as a material have led to revolutionary and innovative changes in building techniques and architectural and engineering projects. Aluminium is leading the way into the future of the construction industry.